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Features: Special Edition, DVD, Widescreen, Aspect Ratio 2.35:1, Dolby Digital (5.1), English, French, Spanish, Subtitled
The Iron Giant tells the story of young Hogarth who becomes the luckiest kid in the world after discovering an Iron Giant in his Maine backyard. Hogarth becomes the best friend and unlikely guardian to the 50-foot metal-eating Giant, as the military closes in to hunt down an "alien" invader. Through their experiences, Hogarth teaches the Giant what it means to be a hero, and together they discover the true meaning of friendship. This fantastic animated adventure features the voices of Jennifer Aniston, Harry Connick Jr., Vin Diesel, Christopher McDonald and Cloris Leachman.
"One of the best films of the year." LA Weekly
"A well-told and beautifully drawn tale!" Leah Rozen, People Magazine
"Wonderful...inventive storytelling. Out of this world!" Newsday, New York
"Thumbs Up! A film for the whole family..." Roger Ebert
Editor's Note
Based on poet Ted Hughes' 1968 children's book, former SIMPSONS producer Brad Bird's adaptation proves to be a work of art the family can enjoy together--simple and visually captivating enough for kids and sharp and touching enough for adults. Hogarth is a young boy in 1950s Maine. When he finds a kind and very large robot (of unknown origin), a strong bond of friendship is formed between the two. It isn't long, however, until a government agent is on their trail, wanting to destory the robot. A beautifully rendered fable.
| Features | Audio: English And French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound | | Interactive Menus | | Scene Selection | | Subtitles: English, French, Spanish | | All-New Digital Transfer | | 13 Branching Minidocumentary Segments Highlighting Key Sequences from the Viewpoint of Score, Character Design, Storyboards and Animation | | 8 Amazing Additional Scenes Including an Alternate Opening and a Giant's Dream Sequence | | Feature-Length Commentary by Director Brad Bird, Head of Animation Tony Fucile, Story Department Head Jeff Lynch and Steven Markowski, Animation Supervisor for the Giant | | Stills Gallery and More Surprises | | "The Voice of the Giant" Featuring Brad Bird and Vin Diesel | | Bird and Creative Consultant Teddy Newton Analyze the Movie's "Annie Meets Kent" and "Duck and Cover" Sequences | | Theatrical Trailers | | Filmographies |
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Release Information
| | Studio: New Line |
| Release Date: 5/6/2008 |
| Running Time: 86 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1999 | | Catalog ID: 18318 | | UPC: 00085391831822 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English, French Dubbed | | Available Subtitles: English, French, Spanish | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Widescreen 2.35:1 |
| Cast & Crew
| Memorable Quotes| "I am not a gun."----the Iron Giant (Vin Diesel) to Hogarth (Eli Marienthal) |
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| | Professional Reviews | Variety
"...A visually appealing, well-crafted film..." 7/26-8/1/1999 p.33-4Sight and Sound
"...Genuinely moving....One of the more emotionally satisfying films of the year..." 01/01/2000 p.54 New York Times
"...THE IRON GIANT is a smooth, skilled example of animated filmmaking..." 08/04/1999 p.E11 Box Office
"...This family film is filled with humor, suspense and situations everyone can relate to....THE IRON GIANT, like its eponymous android, has a warm soul..." -- 4 out of 5 stars 09/01/1999 p.150 USA Today
"...Well-crafted and distinctive....Cool....GIANT has the mettle to match its metal..." 08/04/1999 p.10D Los Angeles Times
"...Straight-arrow and subversive, made with simplicity as well as sophistication, THE IRON GIANT remembers the wonders of being a child and understands how to convey that in a media-savvy age..." 08/04/1999 p.C1 Chicago Sun-Times
"...An enchanting animate feature....An involving story that has something to say..." 08/06/1999 p.31 Entertainment Weekly
"[T]he heartfelt tale teems with baby-boomer touchstones..." 11/19/2004 p.70-1 |
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